FREEZER BURRITOS

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I love burritos, but the frozen types are so high in sodium, I created these. They're a perfect option to have on hand for quick dinners or late-night snacks-I've even had them for breakfast sometimes! -Laura Winemiller, Delta, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1-1/4 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1-1/4 cups salsa
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium taco seasoning
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup water
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
12 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, crumbling meat; drain. Stir in salsa and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; set aside., In a food processor, combine pinto beans and water. Cover and process until almost smooth. Add to beef mixture. Stir in cheese. , Spoon 1/2 cup beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Fold ends and sides over filling; roll up. Wrap each burrito in waxed paper and foil. Freeze for up to 1 month., To use frozen burritos: Remove foil and waxed paper. Place 1 burrito on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 2-1/2 to 2-3/4 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°, turning burrito over once. Let stand for 20 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 677mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges